Low riskAntarctica · AntarcticaFrench Southern Territories Travel Health Guide
Low risk
French Southern Territories carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all routine vaccines are up to date before traveling
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccine if visiting smaller cities, rural areas, or eating street food
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers under 60; optional for those 60 and older
Measles
Get MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel due to rising measles cases worldwide
Rabies
Rabid dogs are uncommon in France. Rabies vaccines are available if needed. Consult healthcare provider about pre-exposure vaccination.
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Avoid tick bites and learn about tick-borne encephalitis risk in your specific destination
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for travel to France
Disease risks
French Southern Territories travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to French Southern Territories?▼
For travel to French Southern Territories, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies, Tick-borne Encephalitis and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in French Southern Territories?▼
No — French Southern Territories is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to French Southern Territories?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, French Southern Territories is currently rated low risk. French Southern Territories carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.